Bollywood actor Salman Khan criticized Ashnoor Kaur on the reality show Bigg Boss 19, calling her demeanor arrogant after she demanded footage from the captaincy task. The host questioned her behavior toward the show's production team, comparing it to disrespecting an elder family member. Khan told Kaur she appeared to think highly of herself, and warned that viewing the requested footage would embarrass her.
The confrontation occurred on the Weekend Ka Vaar episode, addressing Kaur's request to see comments from Amaal Mallik and Abhishek Bajaj. Eight contestants face possible eviction this week: Kaur, Tanya Mittal, Mallik, Neelam Giri, Zeishan Quadri, Kunickaa Sadanand, Nehal Chudasama, and Pranit More. The program, adapted from the...
The Democratic Progressive Party organizing committee blocked former President Lazarus Chakwera and his secretary, Collen Zamba, from attending President Peter Mutharika's inauguration ceremony, according to sources. Chakwera was scheduled to transfer power symbolically to Mutharika at the event. The absence of the outgoing leader raises questions about democratic norms in Malawi, as ceremonial handovers typically demonstrate peaceful transitions and acknowledge electoral outcomes.
The presence of both leaders at such ceremonies typically reinforces government continuity, builds public confidence in political institutions, and promotes national unity across partisan divides. A smooth transition also establishes expectations for future...
National Bank of Malawi committed 150 million kwacha on Friday to the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences Endowment Fund, which provides scholarships and research support for students facing financial barriers to education. Harold Jiya, the bank's chief executive officer, said the contribution addresses challenges that threaten academic completion for many learners while recognizing universities' role in national development. The bank established management guidelines to ensure accountability and attract future investments to the fund, which launched last year as a sustainable financing mechanism for disadvantaged students.
Professor Nancy Chitera, the MUBAS vice chancellor, said the donation affirms confidence in the...
Human resource practitioners and middle managers attended a workshop on Friday, organized by the Employers Consultative Association of Malawi in Blantyre, to learn strategies for managing workplace discipline more effectively and reducing legal costs. Grace Muzamhindo, who serves on the ECAM Council and chairs the Marketing Committee, stated that the training aimed to help organizations handle staff discipline consistently while avoiding expensive disputes before the Industrial Relations Court. The session covered termination procedures, performance management systems, operational requirements, no-fault dismissals, and grievance handling errors that commonly lead to conflicts.
Christina Masamba, who serves as Branch Manager for First...
Castel Malawi Limited delivered new toilet facilities valued at 30 million kwacha to Namalimwe Primary School on Friday, restoring sanitation access for more than 1,000 students who had been using bushland since Cyclone Freddy destroyed the previous structures months earlier. The company constructed separate blocks for male and female students, with each block containing two functional units that ended a crisis, forcing many children to skip classes.
Gloria Zimba, the Human Resources and Corporate Affairs Director at Castel Malawi, explained the firm responded after learning about the school's urgent need, noting many employees reside in the area and send their children to local schools. The donation continues the company's support for...
Former Presidents Joyce Banda and Bakili Muluzi attended the inauguration of Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika as President of Malawi at Kamuzu Stadium. The ceremony brought together national and international dignitaries, with the presence of former leaders highlighting the continuity of Malawi's democratic institutions. Thousands of citizens filled the stadium hours before the event began, waving Democratic Progressive Party flags and creating a festive atmosphere with songs and dances.
Regional leaders and diplomats arrived to witness the peaceful transfer of power, reflecting its significance for Southern Africa. One spectator from Blantyre expressed hope that united leadership would guide Malawi in a positive direction. The program...
Al-Shabaab fighters attacked Godka Jilacow prison in Mogadishu on Saturday evening after detonating a car bomb at the perimeter. Witnesses reported a large blast in the Boondheere district at 7:30 p.m., followed by heavy gunfire that lasted nearly an hour. The facility houses terrorism suspects, and it operates as a command center for intelligence operations against the militant group.
Security forces contained the attackers before they reached detention cells, but ambulances transported casualties to hospitals. The National Intelligence and Security Agency runs the compound, which has been targeted before in a 2014 assault that killed dozens. Al-Shabaab has conducted four major offensives this year as part of its campaign to overthrow...
President Yoweri Museveni commissioned military officer cadets at Kabamba on Saturday and emphasized four principles for service members. He told Uganda People's Defence Forces personnel to prioritize health, discipline, patriotism, and knowledge in their duties. Museveni warned against colonial attitudes and stressed ideological understanding rooted in pan-Africanism and economic transformation.
The ceremony featured participants from Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, South Sudan, and the Central African Republic. Museveni praised regional cooperation and called for stronger coordination among African militaries to address future security challenges. The commissioning reflects efforts to professionalize Uganda's armed forces through the East...
A police officer was killed and three colleagues were hurt after a trailer struck their parked patrol vehicle on Saturday morning. The crash occurred at 4 a.m. at Kasanvu, along the Mutukula-Kyotera road, when the Mercedes-Benz truck lost control and collided with the Land Cruiser. Traffic Police spokesperson Michael Kananura said an unlicensed turn-man was driving while the main operator rested.
Authorities arrested the turnman, but the licensed driver remains at large. Kananura warned trucking companies against letting untrained personnel operate heavy vehicles on public roads. Uganda recorded 23,608 road crashes in 2024 that killed 4,806 people and injured 12,487 others. Speeding and driver error were responsible for more than 60...
